Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays
Portsmouth · PO1
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Summary
A former Royal Navy ordnance and gunpowder facility on Portsmouth Harbour — Victorian gun storehouses converted to retail and leisure use, with views across the harbour entrance to Gosport and the Spinnaker Tower above.
About this location
Gunwharf Quays occupies the former Vernon naval shore establishment — a complex of late-Victorian and Edwardian buildings on the Portsmouth at the harbour entrance. The original Victorian brick storehouses and workshops have been converted to a retail and leisure complex. The site gives direct access to the harbour edge — Portsmouth Harbour entrance, with naval vessels, ferries to Gosport, and the Isle of Wight ferries all visible and moving.
The Spinnaker Tower (180 metres, opened 2005) stands on the quay. The area connects to the Historic Dockyard to the north, where HMS Victory, HMS Warrior, and the Mary Rose Museum are managed by the National Museum of the Royal Navy.
For productions, Gunwharf Quays gives a harbour-edge environment with Victorian naval infrastructure and direct views across an active harbour. The Victorian storehouses give period warehouse interiors. Portsmouth City Council handles street filming permits; Gunwharf Quays management handles internal site hire.
Access notes
- Parking
- On-site parking available — confirm crew-vehicle capacity with the venue.
- Loading access
- Loading access available — dedicated entry for kit and set dressing.
- Public transit
- Portsmouth has mainline rail and regional bus connections. Check the nearest station and allow for equipment on-foot from transit.
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FAQ
- Do I need a permit to film at Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays?
- Yes — filming on or around Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays typically requires a permit. Allow roughly 5–10 working days lead time for most UK councils. Interior shoots on private property may also need owner consent.
- Is parking available at Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays?
- On-site parking is available at Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays. Capacity varies — confirm crew-vehicle numbers with the venue before the day.
- How much does it cost to film at Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays?
- Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays sits in the £ band. Typical UK film-location day rates range from under £200 for simple interior shoots to well over £1,000 for period properties and landmark venues. Confirm with the venue directly.
- What crew size is suitable for Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays?
- Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays can accommodate a large crew of 15+ including feature-film unit requirements, trucks, and extras.
- Has anything been filmed at Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays before?
- Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays appears on Filmshoot's UK location index because it has a documented track record or strong characteristics for film and photography. Specific production credits aren't displayed unless publicly confirmed by the venue — ask the venue directly or check ScreenSkills and IMDb Locations for verified credits.
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